Charles Handy book review on Francesco di Marco Datini and his life's lessons for the modern world. Handy begins the review discussing Datini's life and career as a prominent merchant and the uniqueness of his having kept all the letters he had ever written. He proceeds to explain how Datini's preoccupation with and value of trust demonstrates the extent to which past times in the business world continue into the present with respect to issues of loyalty, trust, and discretion in choosing one's business partners. Handy then elaborates on the book's revelations concerning the way in which Datini executed his business deals, his generosity, his ambition, and his work habits. He also highlights how Datini grappled with the prospect of death and his station in the world, ultimately concluding that the issues surrounding Datini's life, character, work, and passing provide insight for today's executives.
Handy, Charles B Best business books Origo, Iris, 1902-1988 Di Marco, Francesco
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Charles Handy book review on Francesco di Marco Datini and his life's lessons for the modern world, 2002; Charles Handy Papers; Box 15, Folder 8; 3 pages
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